Reg.Nr. HA-2003/UK/13

The Grainger Town Project, Newcastle upon Tyne

The restoration of the historic core and heart of Newcastle upon Tyne to counter urban decay and economic and social decline. The regeneration of the urban environment followed a strategy of grant-aided refurbishments of listed buildings, upgrading of housing in the area, ...
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Project details

Title:The Grainger Town Project, Newcastle upon Tyne
Entr. year: 2003
Result:Grand Prix
Country: United Kingdom
Town: Newcastle upon Tyne (England)
Category type: architectural heritage
Building type/ Project type: Urban renewal/design - Village renewal/design
Former use:Downtown area
Actual use:Historic urban core
Built: 18th century
The Jury's citation: For the extraordinary achievement of transforming the historic core of a fine 18th century city and for gaining the co-operation and support of all interested parties ensuring its success.
GPS:54°58'16.0"N 1°36'37.6"W
Web, Links:

nrl.northumbria.ac.uk/2031/1/Pickard%20-%20The%20Grainger%20Town%20Project...%20Book%20Chapter.pdf

Description:
The restoration of the historic core and heart of Newcastle upon Tyne to counter urban decay and economic and social decline. The regeneration of the urban environment followed a strategy of grant-aided refurbishments of listed buildings, upgrading of housing in the area, repairing the Grey's Monument and a co-ordinated approach to street surfaces, lighting and furniture.